Infection Preventionist in Calais, Maine at Down East Community Hospital
Job Description
$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS!
Pay Range: $37-$40, based on experience.
The Infection Preventionist (IP) is the hospital’s designated expert responsible for planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating the organization’s Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) and Employee Health programs. This position functions independently, exercises substantial discretion and judgment, and serves as the primary authority for infection prevention policy development, regulatory compliance, surveillance, and program leadership.
The IP has the responsibility for directing the infection prevention program, advising leadership, and representing the hospital in all matters related to infection control and employee health compliance. The role requires advanced professional knowledge, independent decisionmaking, and direct involvement in management-level activities.
- RN license required, Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
- Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required or obtained within 2 years of hire.
- Demonstrated expertise in regulatory compliance, data analysis, and policy development.
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and exercise high-level judgment.
- Competitive health insurance plan including:
- Bi-weekly premiums begin at $35.00 for single and $110.00 for family coverage
- 25% discount on DECH and CCH medical services
- Employer paid HRA fund toward deductibles
- Teladoc- 24/7/365 telemedicine access to MD with no co-payment
- Employer paid life insurance
- 403b retirement plan
- Generous time off plan
- Additional benefits available
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Disability insurance- short and long-term
- Life Insurance
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